Canton (village), New York

Canton is a village located in St. Lawrence County, New York. As of the 2000 census, the village had a total population of 5,882. It is the county seat of St. Lawrence County.

History

The first attempt at settlement was made in 1800, but the first permanent settlement occurred in 1801. The early economy was based on farming and lumbering. The village was incorporated in 1845. St. Lawrence University was founded here in 1856, and the State University of New York at Canton was begun in 1906.

Related Topics:
1845 - St. Lawrence University - State University of New York at Canton

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